Announcements

Here's what's going on

PRAYER CONcERNS

Barb Cattell, Mary Clapp, Family of Scott Dicke, Sheryl Frahm, Don Green, Ethan Kemper, Tyler Levi, Kris Mann, Jeff Nelson, Larry Pingry, Gary Puthoff, Jacob Rasawehr, Rick Simpson, Becky Snyder, Vern Schroyer, Carl Stuck and Toby VanTilburg.  

Festival of Tables

The Festival of Tables will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024.  There will be a table viewing that is open to the public from 9:00-9:45 am the morning of the festival.

Night of Promise

The Stephen Ministers of St. John Lutheran Church welcome everyone to this special worship service, especially those who are hurting or experiencing hardships or who are in need of a quiet worship time. Even in the midst of grief we proclaim the promises of God.  Everyone is welcome to come!  12/10/24 at 7:00 pm.

Christmas Eve Service schedule

Join us in the sanctuary for our Christmas Eve Services on December 24th:
  • Contemporary at 4:00 pm
  • Traditional at 9:00 pm

Christmas Eve Music: Sign up ... to sing out!

We are looking for Special Christmas Eve Music, at the candlelight services (4pm contemporary and 9pm traditional). Share your gifts of singing or playing an instrument, either a solo or ensemble.  Sign up on the music room door or email the office.  Deadline is December 15th.

C.A.L.L. food pantry

For the month of December, C.A.L.L. Food Pantry is asking for donations of socks, gloves, hats, towels, wash cloths, blankets etc. for cold weather. They also have a demand for bibles locally.  Any personal care item would also be greatly appreciated!

W.O.W. resumes on January 8, 2025

W.O.W. is on Christmas Break until January 8, 2025. Until then, please join us for church on Sunday mornings!

Are you a Thrivent Member?

Are you a Thrivent member? Thrivent is a financial organization with deep roots in the Lutheran Church. Did you know?  If you are a Thrivent member with an annuity or life insurance policy, Thrivent gives you two opportunities each year to provide $250 in action team funding (and t-shirts!) to church or community events?

If you have never put your Thrivent Action Team money to work, we can help. Contact the church office, Thrivent, or your Thrivent representative.

We are looking for Thrivent members to “host” events for upcoming events.

portals of prayer

October-December 2024 Portals of Prayer are now available in the Welcome Center.

ALTAR FLOWERS

Altar flowers for 12/1/2024 were given by Terry McGlaughlin in memory of the best dad a girl could ever had!  Happy Birthday among the stars today, Dad.

The additional Altar Flowers for 12/1/24 were given in honor of Francis Nusbaum’s 95th birthday on Dec. 6.  He is our REAL-LIFE HERO!  He is a Korean War veteran, husband to Estella for 68 years, and father of 2 children, grandfather to 5 grandsons, and great grandfather to 7. We love you so much, your family.

Interested in providing ALTAR FLOWERS in honor/memory of a special event or person, or just because God is good?  You may sign up on the altar flower chart, which is located by the church office door.  There are several dates available through the end of the year. The 2025 schedule is posted and ready for you to sign up.

Pub theology


Join in on a relaxed conversation of theology with a beverage of your choice.  Get togethers are the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at Brew Nation, Celina, OH, starting at 7:00 pm.  It's a fun hour of gathering!

purple door pacers

Purple Door Pacers meet and walk every Monday and Thursday morning at 10:00 am. We would love for you to come join us ! Our schedule can be found in the Tower or on the bulletin board outside of the office. All ages and all abilities are more than welcome to participate.